2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 30 kg more than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Colorado | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
